IndyCar aimed to ensure its new superspeedway aero package will emulate the Indy 500 battles of recent past. The figures suggest the series has got it right. Alexander Rossi and Simon Pagenaud gave their opinions to David Malsher. Remember the closing moments of the 2012 Indianapolis 500, with Takuma Sato clinging to the tow of the Chip Ganassi Racing duo, drafting past Scott Dixon and then trying to penetrate Dario Franchitti’s stout defense into Turn 1? Or how about Helio Castroneves’ mesmeric duels with Ryan Hunter-Reay in 2014 and Takuma Sato in 2017? Yes of course you remember, and if you liked it, you’ll be pleased to hear that IndyCar feels this is how Indy 500s should be...
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